About 100, see text Evolvulus is a genus of flowering plants in the Convolvulaceae, the morning glory family.

[2] These plants are annual and perennial herbs and shrubs.

Flowers are borne singly or in small clusters, or sometimes in spikes.

[2] The genus name Evolvulus comes from the Latin word meaning "to unroll", inspired by its non-vining form.

[3] The following species are recognised in the genus Evolvulus:[4]